And with that, the 2025 season comes to an end. SAHMRI's doors are now closed until the 5th of January while we take a short break. Wishing you all a happy and healthy holiday period. 🎄

There's still time to donate and support our research this Christmas. 🎄 You might not be able to join them in the lab, but your donation could help our researchers make their next breakthrough. Donate today 👉 https://sahmri.au/stopcancer

Does a conference location get much better than this? 🇮🇹 SAHMRI Women and Kids theme leader Prof Alice Rumbold presented her work in the stunning Scuola Grande di San Giovanni Evangelista in Venice earlier this year. Bellissimo!

At just 37 years young, Janet Anderson thought her life was nearly over. Then, a SAHMRI clinical trial gave her a second chance at life. Your gift could change lives 👉 sahmri.au/stopcancer

We were delighted to host CEO Catherine Hughes and Board member Claire Dollard from Diabetes SA yesterday! Meaningful collaborations with organisations like Diabetes SA can deliver targeted impact, translating research into practice and creating healthier futures for all.

Congratulations are in order for SAHMRI researchers Christina Bursill and Dan Thomas who have been honoured by the University of Adelaide, earning academic promotion to Professor. 👏 The title recognises the contributions each has made to their fields of endeavour over highly distinguished careers.

Get ready for 2026 by applying for a job with SAHMRI! Current vacancies: 🩻 Photon-Counting Computed Tomography Scientist 💻 Lead Software Developer Learn more ➡ https://sahmri.au/vacancies

Congratulations to our list of talented winners at SAHMRI's End of Year Awards last night! 🏆 Executive Director's Award: Pat Maddigan 🏆 Diané Ranck Leadership Award: Michelle Lorimer & Ben Lewis 🏆 Bowen Oliver Communicator Award: Ilaria Pagani 🏆 Community Engagement Award: @rosasahmri.bsky.social

Have you enjoyed our virtual tour over the last few months? 🧑‍💻 This 360-degree experience is only phase one, and we need your help to decide what elements to add in the future! Let us know what you think ➡️ https://sahmri.au/VT-Feedback

Researchers at SAHMRI are looking to validate a new way to measure muscle using creatine. We're seeking healthy people aged 18-30 or over 60 who will need to complete some simple tests. Participants will be compensated with a $50 gift card for their time. More 👉 https://sahmri.au/Muscle-Mass

There's still time to grab your 2026 SAHMRI calendar! 📅 With stunning photos of our building and spectacular research images, your purchase is supporting our life-changing research. Buy here 👉 https://sahmri.au/shop 2026 calendars proudly supported by Finsbury Green.

SAHMRI researchers Prof David Lynn and Dr Natalie Stevens joined ABC Radio to discuss the gut microbiome - does it help or hinder vaccines? 🦠 They discussed this research, and how the AVIRS study is seeking participants to try and understand more about it. Listen 🎧 https://sahmri.au/AVIRS-ABC

This festive season, give the gift of many more Christmases. 🎄 You might not be able to join them in the lab, but your donation could help our researchers make their next breakthrough. Donate today 👉 https://sahmri.au/stopcancer

We're looking for some new faces to join the SAHMRI team! Current vacancies: 💻 Lead Software Developer 💰 Accounts Payable and Receivable Officer 📚 Research Fellow 💼 Senior Project Officer Learn more ➡ https://sahmri.au/vacancies

The SAHMRI Registry Centre's Annual Symposium and Datathon will be back in March 2026! Expressions of interest and abstract submissions will close on January 10th so register now if you're interested. More 👉 sahmri.au/RC-Symposium

We're seeking people aged 18-35 for a study investigating the role gut bacteria play in how people respond to vaccination. 💉 Participants will need to attend visits at SAHMRI to receive the BCG vaccine, and will be reimbursed up to $750 for their time. Learn more 👉 https://sahmri.org.au/avirs

SAHMRI PhD candidate, Maxim Buckley, is working to influence the future of Australia’s research system by ensuring postgraduate voices are heard in national policy decisions. “Being an active researcher gives me a unique perspective on policy,” he said. Read more 👉 https://sahmri.au/Max-CAPA

Today is Giving Tuesday, an opportunity to support a cause that matters to you. 🤍 To mark the occasion, Prof Deb White joined FIVEaa this morning with Janet Anderson, blood cancer survivor and SAHMRI clinical trial participant. Listen 🎧 https://sahmri.au/GT-2025

@rosasahmri.bsky.social has been honoured with a Future of Ageing Award. 🏆 The award acknowledges the success of its five-year MRFF funded Primary Care project, using big data to create service delivery and policy for the Australian aged care sector. Read more 👉 https://sahmri.au/ROSA-FoAA

A new LiveLighter campaign – launched by Chris Picton MP – highlights the damaging amount of sugar in many common drinks. 🥤 LiveLighter is an initiative of Preventive Health SA in collaboration with SAHMRI, Cancer Council SA and Heart Foundation. Tune in to Channel Nine tonight for more.

Join the growing team at SAHMRI! Current vacancies: 💰 Accounts Payable and Receivable Officer 📚 Research Fellow 💻 Senior Project Officer 🩻 Research Radiographer Learn more ➡ https://sahmri.au/vacancies

SAHMRI is contributing to a national project to improve medication safety for older Australians in residential aged care. “Older Australians in aged care often take many medications which increases the chance of errors and side effects,” A/Prof Janet Sluggett said. Read 👉 https://sahmri.au/ROSA-FW

SAHMRI’s cancer researchers are looking at the influence of gut health on cancer recovery. 🥦 Our research is showing excellent promise but we need your help to push it forward. Donate today 💰 https://sahmri.au/stopcancer

Antibiotics could be making vaccines less effective. 💊 This new article from the ABC delves into Prof David Lynn's latest study which found that babies exposed to antibiotics very young were less likely to be protected by vaccinations than those who hadn't. Read more ➡️ https://sahmri.au/ABC-Lynn

Congratulations to our Chair Hieu van Le AC who has been honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Asian-Australian Leadership Awards. In recognition of this honour, Mr Le has written about the opportunity that cultural diversity brings to Australia. 📰 sahmri.au/Hieu-Story

We are very excited to announce the first ever SAHMRI calendar is now available for purchase! 📅 With stunning architectural and research imaging photos you’ve never seen before, you’ll want to get your hands on this. Grab yours for only $30 plus shipping 👉 sahmri.au/shop

Consumers are at the heart of research with @rosasahmri.bsky.social. 👥 Marjorie Schulze has made significant contributions to ROSA as a consumer participant for over a decade. She sat down with us to share her experience 👉 sahmri.au/ROSA-Consumers

On Monday we hosted a very special morning tea to celebrate World Prematurity Day. 🤰 The event was an opportunity to thank the many partners, supporters and clinical trial participant families who have made invaluable contributions to our research over many years.

SAHMRI's Wardliparingga theme has released a brand new suite of resources to empower Indigenous families facing amputation. Backed by strong evidence of preventable harm, the resources focus on three main steps: Act Fast, Recover Strong and Live Well. Read ➡️ https://sahmri.au/Amputation-Resources

From kidney transplants to aged care, SAHMRI's Registry Centre is changing the way Australia learns from its own health data. 📊 By connecting 27 clinical quality registries into one national network, it’s turning information into better care for everyone. Article 👉 https://sahmri.au/RC-Article

SAHMRI's preterm birth research is poised for global impact. 🤰 Around 17% of the pregnant women tested in SA were found to have low levels of omega-3. Like Amy, they could benefit from supplementation to reduce their risk of preterm birth. 📰 https://sahmri.au/WPD-News

Interested in working at SAHMRI? Check out our current vacancies! 🧑‍🔬 Graduate Radiochemist 🩻 Research Radiographer 📚 Senior Research Fellow Learn more ➡ https://sahmri.au/vacancies

Members of SAHMRI’s Supportive Oncology Group presented their exciting research updates at COSA this week! A/Prof Hannah Wardill discussed the importance of partnering with patients in a workshop run by Breast Cancer Network Australia.

Our final podcast guest for 2025 is Tom Symonds, Executive Director of Health Translation SA. Tom leads the way in connecting research from SAHMRI, the state's universities, hospitals and government into real-world impact. Check it out 🎧 https://sahmri.au/Podcast-Tom

The coolest part of SAHMRI is now available right at your fingertips! 🧊 With no gloves required, you can check out our incredible cryogenic tanks and samples, keeping contents frozen at -196 degrees! Take a look ➡️ https://sahmri.au/VT-Cryogenics

SAHMRI Executive Director Prof Maria Makrides has been honoured with the biennial AAOCS Award for Scientific Excellence in Lipid Research. 👏 Prof Makrides was commended as a “global leader around maternal and infant nutrition for two decades, who has also mentored a generation of scientists”.

Congratulations Dr Natalie Stevens and Dr Todd Norton! 👏 Both Natalie and Todd have been awarded research grants by the Channel 7 Children’s Research Foundation for their top-scoring grant applications in the 2026 grant round.

Prof Jordan Hansford joined ABC Mornings to provide an insight into the reality of researching and treating brain cancer in children. 🧠 Take a listen to one of Australia's leading experts in children's brain cancer 🎧 https://sahmri.au/Hansford-ABC

Join the growing team at SAHMRI! Current vacancies: 🩻 Research Radiographer 📚 Senior Research Fellow 💻 Research Fellow Learn more ➡ https://sahmri.au/vacancies

It was such a pleasure to welcome Brand South Australia to the Cheesegrater recently! 📸 They captured some spectacular images highlighting the life-changing work our researchers are undertaking right here in SA.

ROSA Associate Director, Prof Gill Caughey says bonjour! 👋 Prof Caughey was in Paris last week at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development workshop on long-term care statistics. She also spent time with international delegates, showcasing ROSA's data research and impacts.

We're inviting families who have contributed to SAHMRI’s Women and Kids research to a special morning tea! 🤰 Celebrate World Prematurity Day with us as we raise awareness of the challenges and impact of preterm birth. Book your free spot ➡️ https://sahmri.au/WPD-2025

We have positions available and we'd love to hear from you! Current vacancies: 🧪 Research Scientist 📚 Senior Research Fellow 🩻 Research Radiographer Learn more ➡ https://sahmri.au/vacancies

The Clinical Research Imaging Centre at SAHMRI has partnered with the University of Adelaide and ICEE Space for a world-first ‘space' mission – without even leaving the surface of the earth. 🧑‍🚀 Read more ➡️ https://sahmri.au/Space-Mission

Could a plant protect skin from radiotherapy? 🌼 Researchers from SAHMRI and University of Adelaide are using a flowering plant to reduce dermatitis, a painful reaction that affects 95% of people undergoing radiotherapy. Read more 👉 https://sahmri.au/Daisy-Plant

Prof Cedric Bardy is tackling some of the most challenging neurological conditions, like brain cancer and childhood dementia. 🧠 In our virtual tour, you can learn more from Cedric and even go behind-the-scenes in his research lab. Check it out 👉 https://sahmri.au/VT-PaDRL

Apply for a role at SAHMRI! Current vacancies: 🩻 Research Radiographer 🧪 Research Scientist 📁 Project Officer 📚 Research Fellow Learn more ➡ https://sahmri.au/vacancies

People living with multiple myeloma report the lowest quality of life of any cancer type. This is a huge concern, and it's why the Supportive Oncology group at SAHMRI is urging for better support services. Read more ➡️ https://sahmri.au/Myeloma-Review

Congratulations Dr Julian Carosi! 👏 The winner of our 2025 Discovery Circle Award delivered an exceptional presentation earlier this week and has been awarded $100,000 to fund his dementia research. Read more about his project ➡️ https://sahmri.au/DC-2025

Have you previously contributed to SAHMRI’s Women and Kids research? 🤰 We’re hosting a special morning tea for parents and their babies who have been impacted by premature birth to celebrate World Prematurity Day. Learn more and register to attend ➡️ https://sahmri.au/WPD-2025